What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu is to night bus via Ōsaka which costs ¥3400 - ¥8000 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu is to train via Nagoya which takes 2h 12m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Hamamatsu?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Kobe-Sannomiya and arriving at Hamamatsu. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Hamamatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Hamamatsu. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Hamamatsu via Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Kobe to Hamamatsu?

The distance between Kobe and Hamamatsu is 306 km. The road distance is 284.3 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Hamamatsu without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 2h 12m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Hamamatsu bus from?

Kobe to Hamamatsu bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, depart from Kobe-Sannomiya station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Hamamatsu train from?

Kobe to Hamamatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Where does the Kobe to Hamamatsu bus arrive?

Kobe to Hamamatsu bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, arrive at Hamamatsu station.

Where does the Kobe to Hamamatsu train arrive?

Kobe to Hamamatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Hamamatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Hamamatsu is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Kobe to Hamamatsu.

Where can I stay near Hamamatsu?

There are 94+ hotels available in Hamamatsu.

Kobe to Hamamatsu - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu by train, bus, night bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Nagoya
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya Stationtrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Hamamatsutrain Kodama
2h 12m
¥9,509–14,309
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Kobe-Sannomiya to Hamamatsunightbus Jx302
8h 55m
¥2,500–6,500
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Hamamatsutrain Kodama
4h 27m
¥7,160–9,460
Night bus via Ōsaka
1. Take the night bus from WBT Osaka Umeda to Act City Hamamatsunightbus Wx3953
7h 4m
¥3,476–7,656
Drive 284.3 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Hamamatsucar 284.3 km
3h 50m
¥4,906–7,086
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Hamamatsutrain Kodama
3h 16m
¥8,667–13,658

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Hamamatsu.

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Distance: 306.1 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Hamamatsu, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Hamamatsu via Nagoya Station in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a vehicle from WBT Osaka Umeda to Act City Hamamatsu once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,000–7,000 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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